{"product_id":"timber-vitals-wood-sealer-clear-penetrating-water-repellent-concentrate-32-oz-makes-2-gallons","title":"Timber Vitals Wood Sealer — Clear Penetrating Water Repellent Concentrate (32 oz, Makes 2 Gallons)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne quart makes two gallons.\u003c\/strong\u003e Timber Vitals Wood Sealer is a solvent-free, 100% active silane\/siloxane water repellent concentrate that penetrates deep into wood to form a long-lasting, breathable barrier. It dries clear, will not yellow, crack, or peel, and leaves no surface film — so your cedar, spruce, or thermally modified wood still looks like wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for exterior saunas, cabins, decks, fences, porches, and pergolas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep-penetrating\u003c\/strong\u003e — bonds within the wood instead of forming a film that can peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreathable\u003c\/strong\u003e — 100% vapor permeable, so trapped moisture escapes instead of being sealed in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0 g\/L VOC\u003c\/strong\u003e — solvent-free, non-flammable, no known carcinogens, no Prop 65 chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather- and UV-stable\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3,500 hours of accelerated weathering with no change (ASTM G-53)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze\/thaw and salt protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — an effective winterizing agent against icing and salt infiltration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStain resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e to oil, gas, and anti-freeze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplies down to 40°F\u003c\/strong\u003e, recoats in about 1 hour, cleans up with soap and water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndependent Test Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind-driven rain — ASTM E-514-86: \u003cstrong\u003e98.7% leak reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater repellency — ASTM C67-87: \u003cstrong\u003e98.6% effective\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater vapor transmission — ASTM D-1653-71: \u003cstrong\u003e100% vapor permeable\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeathering — ASTM G-53: 3,500 hours, no change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface burning — ASTM E84: Flame Spread 0, Smoke Development 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater penetration — Fed. Spec. SS-W-110C: 96.8% leak reduction (75% minimum required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt ponding, chloride ion intrusion — NCHRP No. 244 Series IV: 95% reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMixing — 1 Part Concentrate to 7 Parts Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour the full 32 oz bottle into a clean 2-gallon or larger container, then add clean water to reach 2 gallons total. Field method: refill the empty bottle with clean water seven times, emptying each into the mixing container. Stir gently — do not shake. Mix only what you will use the same day. Dilute with clean water only; never add solvents, soaps, or other coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoverage (Finished, Diluted Material)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood deck — 150 to 200 sq ft per finished gallon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood fence — 125 to 150 sq ft per finished gallon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftwoods such as cedar, spruce, and thermally modified aspen — expect the low end of the range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense hardwoods — expect the high end of the range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSauna and Softwood Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWestern red cedar, Nordic spruce, and thermally modified softwoods are porous and drink more material than decking hardwoods. Plan on the low end of the coverage range and apply two flood coats. Always run a test panel to establish your actual application rate before starting the full job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply with a hand-pumped garden sprayer (do not atomize) or low-pressure airless equipment using a .035 to .051 tip, held 8 to 12 inches from the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply to rejection — flood the surface until the wood stops absorbing and the liquid pools milky-white. Under-application is the most common cause of reduced service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow about 1 hour of surface dry time, then apply a second flood coat. Two coats are recommended on cedar, spruce, and other porous softwoods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop applications only at corners, joints, seams, or edges. Avoid windy weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean tools with soap and water immediately after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore You Start\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBare, unpainted, previously unsealed wood only — do not apply over paint, stain, varnish, or any film-forming coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood moisture content must be below 15% by electronic moisture meter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir, surface, and material temperatures above 40°F and at least 5°F above the dew point. No rain, snow, or sub-40°F temperatures expected within 48 hours. Relative humidity below 90%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExterior use only.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not apply to interior sauna benches, walls, or ceilings, or any surface in direct skin contact at elevated temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect plants, vehicles, and glass from overspray. Freshly treated horizontal surfaces may be slippery when wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore between 45°F and 90°F. Do not freeze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct code: TV-32OZC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer: 32 fl oz (1 quart) concentrate — makes 2 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial type: silane \/ siloxane, 100% active content\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: milky white, dries clear · Finish: no film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVOC: 0 g\/L · Flash point: none, non-flammable · pH: 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approx. 8.7 lbs per gallon · Specific gravity: 1.1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface dry \/ recoat: approx. 1 hour at 75°F · Full cure: 5 to 7 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService life: up to 5 years, spread-rate dependent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot classified as hazardous under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200. Keep out of reach of children. Wear gloves and eye protection. See the Timber Vitals Wood Sealer Safety Data Sheet for complete handling information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimber Vitals, a division of MJL Holdings, LLC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1W1U2EXwz6DuSwlcapQHjFsRN0YizE9cG\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/15gKrnhacE8guROtewxAvlNkKXVD0VapI\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Timber Vitals","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle","offer_id":53825285521702,"sku":"TV-32OZC","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Pack","offer_id":53825285554470,"sku":"TV-32OZC-2PK","price":134.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/7392\/2854\/files\/SP-8002-Front.png?v=1788707859","url":"https:\/\/timbervitals.com\/products\/timber-vitals-wood-sealer-clear-penetrating-water-repellent-concentrate-32-oz-makes-2-gallons","provider":"Timber Vitals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}